Analyst, Portfolio Management
Overview
NISA Investment Advisors, LLC (NISA) offers customized investment solutions for tax-exempt and taxable institutional clients. NISA manages over $277 billion in fixed income and equity securities and over $168 billion in derivative notional value. We seek bright, motivated individuals who can contribute to our growing team of professionals. Candidates with a high degree of independent thinking skills, strong analytical and quantitative skills, and team playing abilities are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
The NISA Portfolio Management Analyst Rotational Program is a two-year program that includes four rotations within NISA’s Portfolio Management department. In Year One, all analysts work together to gain foundational knowledge and understanding of broad asset classes and financial instruments. During this year, the focus is on learning and providing general support for the overall portfolio management process. In Year Two, Analysts build upon their foundations from Year One, and rotate through the corporate bond, derivatives, and interest-rate groups. In these years, analysts focus on portfolio management responsibilities more specific to each group.
Over a two-year period, an individual should gain an understanding of financial markets, portfolio management, and trading while working in a fast paced and collaborative environment. An Analyst will focus on the development of knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas: financial markets and asset classes, market conventions and mechanics, portfolio construction and benchmarks, risk management, performance calculation and attribution, and trade valuation and execution. Analysts will participate in formal and informal training designed to help develop their knowledge and skills.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a strong analytical and quantitative field such as Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or Financial Engineering required
- Strong academic background
- Demonstrated ability to think critically about financial markets and investments
- High degree of aptitude in quantitative and analytical thinking
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work successfully in a team environment
- Drive to perform at a high level under pressure and time constraints
- Achieved or willing to work towards a professional designation (e.g., CFA)
NISA’s culture encourages collaboration and innovation. We seek self-motivated, intellectually curious individuals willing to push themselves and others in an environment that celebrates fresh thinking. We equip employees with the resources needed to excel and we encourage personal development. NISA is dedicated to internally cultivating and rewarding talent. Employees at NISA are provided with a wide range of benefits, including a complimentary onsite cafeteria, gym, health and wellness program, and educational assistance program.
NISA Investment Advisors, LLC is an equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.